Installing the Perfect Home Theater

by Ian Landon

There are a lot of movie lovers out there that take film seriously. But you
do not have to be a movie connoisseur in order to enjoy a great film atmosphere
right in our very own home. That's exactly what a home theater does for your
friends and family. Low lights, a big projection screen, and a surround sound
system will give you and your guests an exciting movie experience right in your
home.

The sounds from all directions will make guests feel like they are in the film, and will elevate the overall movie experience. Installing high end AV receivers and components will further enhance the sound quality from your speakers.

The
Comfort Zone

Comfort is the unspoken hero of the home theater. While at the movies many of
these subtleties may be overlooked, there is no limit to the amount of comfort
and relaxation you can offer movie watchers in your home. Here are a few of the
essentials necessary to cultivate a successful comfort zone.

Seats- This is a big one. Some people elect to purchase
large leather couches to provide ultimate comfort, while others decide to go
with more traditional row seating. Some of the row seating even has flip-up
cushions and cup holders which add to the fun!

Headphones- This is a must-have if there will be multiple
people doing different things in your home theater. This way one person can be
playing video games and the other can be reading a nice audio book, completely
undisturbed.

Decor- There are many ways to decorate your home theater.
Some people go for a classic movie theater look with red vinyl, others go for a
contemporary look. The choice is yours.

Tables- The most practical choice for a home theater is a
set of coffee tables. They will not impede a person's view or comfort and can be
a great place to put soda pop cans and popcorn. These can also serve as foot
rests if you want them to.

The Hardware

No home theater is complete without the essential hardware. This equipment is
designed to illuminate and amplify the senses of sight and sound, both of which
are the primary tools used to enjoy a good film.

Amplifier- An amplifier increases the quality and volume of
your theater's sound. Not matter what TV or speaker system you choose, you will
need an amplifier as well. There are many options and choices out there for any
budget.

Channels- A good system doesn't do much good unless you
have a great selection of channels and movies to watch. Normally DirecTV is a
great option as you can get a great mix of sports, movies, and regular TV
channels. Save a few dollars on signing up for DirecTV using
www.SaveonTVDirect.com.

TV/Projector- Some people prefer projectors while others
enjoy HD televisions. Either way, size matters, and its usually the bigger the
better. TV screens are getting bigger all the time. Right now you can find a TV
around 76in and some even available at more than 150in projectors still have
advantages as well since they still project a larger screen and give that real
live theater feeling.

Speakers-
Speakers are an essential part of setting the right ambiance in your home
theater. The sounds from all directions will make guests feel like they are in
the film, and will elevate the overall movie experience.

No matter how you decide to decorate your home theater, make it your own. Do
not be afraid to tweak and experiment with different ideas to see what works
best for you.